Female Counselling in Trowbridge

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Jane Brown
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Online Only
I'm a goal orientated, solution focused counsellor for individuals and couples. I provide short term intervention counselling (30minute and 60minute one off sessions) as well as ongoing work. Sessions are delivered over the phone or on Zoom.
I'm a goal orientated, solution focused counsellor for individuals and couples. I provide short term intervention counselling (30minute and 60minute one off sessions) as well as ongoing work. Sessions are delivered over the phone or on Zoom.
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JP Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to start the journey of self discovery in a safe and non judgmentaI space. I enjoy working with clients who are not really sure why they feel the way they do, but know that something is not quite right and feel the need to investigate this further. I have a particular interest and expertise in working with clients who have anxiety, depression, lack of self confidence and body image issues along with relationship difficulties. I work with clients to identify their needs and goals to create a unique personal treatment plan in order for them to reach their goals within a sensible time frame.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to start the journey of self discovery in a safe and non judgmentaI space. I enjoy working with clients who are not really sure why they feel the way they do, but know that something is not quite right and feel the need to investigate this further. I have a particular interest and expertise in working with clients who have anxiety, depression, lack of self confidence and body image issues along with relationship difficulties. I work with clients to identify their needs and goals to create a unique personal treatment plan in order for them to reach their goals within a sensible time frame.
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June Kershaw
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Waitlist for new clients
Helllllo Hellllo , are you struggling feeling disconnected with yourself, numb, lost your spark and joy for life. In a state of not understanding why? or have a deep sense of understanding but not able to turn and face the shadows alone? Blocked emotions from trauma, childhood and life events can get trapped in our bodies and manifest in conditions such as depression, OCD, PTSD just to name a few. Patterns play out and we get stuck in cycles of repeating toxic relationships with ourselves and others, We create a mask and project what we would like to be, leaving us feeling detached from who we truly are at the core.
Helllllo Hellllo , are you struggling feeling disconnected with yourself, numb, lost your spark and joy for life. In a state of not understanding why? or have a deep sense of understanding but not able to turn and face the shadows alone? Blocked emotions from trauma, childhood and life events can get trapped in our bodies and manifest in conditions such as depression, OCD, PTSD just to name a few. Patterns play out and we get stuck in cycles of repeating toxic relationships with ourselves and others, We create a mask and project what we would like to be, leaving us feeling detached from who we truly are at the core.
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Gemma Mason
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
I approach working with clients as meeting the individual within their current situation. I hold a non-judgemental position and offer unconditional acceptance. I work with a diverse population but I am unable to offer access to my practice room for wheelchairs
I approach working with clients as meeting the individual within their current situation. I hold a non-judgemental position and offer unconditional acceptance. I work with a diverse population but I am unable to offer access to my practice room for wheelchairs
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Helen Edwards-Matheou
Counsellor, MBACP
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or quietly worn down by life’s challenges—perhaps navigating grief, anxiety, low self-worth, or a sense of disconnection. You long for clarity, emotional safety, and a space to make sense of what’s happening inside. You want to feel more grounded, more yourself. You may not have all the words yet, but something within you is calling for attention, for change. You’re seeking support that’s steady, compassionate, and attuned to your pace; so you can begin to reconnect with your inner worth and move toward meaningful growth.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or quietly worn down by life’s challenges—perhaps navigating grief, anxiety, low self-worth, or a sense of disconnection. You long for clarity, emotional safety, and a space to make sense of what’s happening inside. You want to feel more grounded, more yourself. You may not have all the words yet, but something within you is calling for attention, for change. You’re seeking support that’s steady, compassionate, and attuned to your pace; so you can begin to reconnect with your inner worth and move toward meaningful growth.
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Karen Tate
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
I am a qualified and BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, experienced in treating anxiety, depression and PTSD. If you want to find ways to think and do things differently to feel better, then CBT could be right for you. Together, in a safe and structured way, we will make sense of what may be keeping you stuck and empower you to learn strategies to work towards your own goals. This could involve learning new coping techniques, challenging negative thoughts and beliefs, or experimenting with different ways of doing things. By the end of therapy you should have new tools to be able to live your life differently.
I am a qualified and BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, experienced in treating anxiety, depression and PTSD. If you want to find ways to think and do things differently to feel better, then CBT could be right for you. Together, in a safe and structured way, we will make sense of what may be keeping you stuck and empower you to learn strategies to work towards your own goals. This could involve learning new coping techniques, challenging negative thoughts and beliefs, or experimenting with different ways of doing things. By the end of therapy you should have new tools to be able to live your life differently.
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Kerry Hampton. (Mbacp)
Psychotherapist, BACP
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
I am Kerry, local to Wiltshire. Working as a Somatic Trauma Psychotherapist, I take account of the whole person, emotional, physical and mental. I am Integrative and trained in many theoretical approaches and use the Tri-Phasic Trauma model ensuring a steady process of stabilisation, processing and integration so healing feels manageable, not overwhelming. I work with a range of issues including Trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety and relationships. I too have partaken in my own therapy, and this allows me to know what it feels like to be in that chair.
I am Kerry, local to Wiltshire. Working as a Somatic Trauma Psychotherapist, I take account of the whole person, emotional, physical and mental. I am Integrative and trained in many theoretical approaches and use the Tri-Phasic Trauma model ensuring a steady process of stabilisation, processing and integration so healing feels manageable, not overwhelming. I work with a range of issues including Trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety and relationships. I too have partaken in my own therapy, and this allows me to know what it feels like to be in that chair.
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Emma Shearing
Counsellor, MBACP
Welcome! If you are looking for a highly experienced, understanding therapist I can offer you a safe, confidential space to explore any difficulties that may be on your mind. Maybe you are experiencing a crisis, a major change in your life circumstances, or feel anxious, depressed or stuck. Perhaps childhood issues are impacting on your life now, or you are struggling with relationships, affairs, divorce or separation, parenting issues, trauma, abuse or bereavement. Whatever you want to discuss, we can talk openly and confidentially, with acceptance and empathy.
Welcome! If you are looking for a highly experienced, understanding therapist I can offer you a safe, confidential space to explore any difficulties that may be on your mind. Maybe you are experiencing a crisis, a major change in your life circumstances, or feel anxious, depressed or stuck. Perhaps childhood issues are impacting on your life now, or you are struggling with relationships, affairs, divorce or separation, parenting issues, trauma, abuse or bereavement. Whatever you want to discuss, we can talk openly and confidentially, with acceptance and empathy.
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Charlotte Jeanes
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Hi, I’m Charlotte, a fully qualified, Integrative Counsellor offering an open-minded, compassionate space where you can truly be yourself and explore your thoughts, feelings, and emotions in a judgment-free environment. I currently offer in person sessions in Chippenham and Trowbridge, as well as offering sessions online.
Hi, I’m Charlotte, a fully qualified, Integrative Counsellor offering an open-minded, compassionate space where you can truly be yourself and explore your thoughts, feelings, and emotions in a judgment-free environment. I currently offer in person sessions in Chippenham and Trowbridge, as well as offering sessions online.
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Vanessa de Macedo Ellis
Counsellor, BACP
I offer a safe and confidential space where you will have the chance to share your problems, your difficult feelings, your pain and your life story. Talking about our life honestly and openly, with an empathic and non-judgemental therapist can be a deeply healing process. Having a space where we can be fully ourselves, where we’re invited to slow down, breathe and investigate our inner world and our emotions is necessary, today, more than ever. We live busy lives and for many, it is difficult to stop and notice, most of the time, what is going on inside us. As we reconnect to our feelings and our essence there is an immediate sense
I offer a safe and confidential space where you will have the chance to share your problems, your difficult feelings, your pain and your life story. Talking about our life honestly and openly, with an empathic and non-judgemental therapist can be a deeply healing process. Having a space where we can be fully ourselves, where we’re invited to slow down, breathe and investigate our inner world and our emotions is necessary, today, more than ever. We live busy lives and for many, it is difficult to stop and notice, most of the time, what is going on inside us. As we reconnect to our feelings and our essence there is an immediate sense
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Women's Time Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I am an accredited Integrative Counsellor who supports women through life with the wide range of issues women encounter, such as mental wellbeing, relationships, neurodiversity, cultural responsibilities, trauma and loss. I also support women with self-esteem, confidence, making a meaningful life and personal growth. I help you to feel safe, understood and supported, to help you make sense of what has happened, find ways to cope, look at choices, help you feel more in control and less overwhelmed, help you feel more connected with yourself, and live more positively.
I am an accredited Integrative Counsellor who supports women through life with the wide range of issues women encounter, such as mental wellbeing, relationships, neurodiversity, cultural responsibilities, trauma and loss. I also support women with self-esteem, confidence, making a meaningful life and personal growth. I help you to feel safe, understood and supported, to help you make sense of what has happened, find ways to cope, look at choices, help you feel more in control and less overwhelmed, help you feel more connected with yourself, and live more positively.
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Lucy Edwards
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
I'm Lucy, a fully qualified and experienced counsellor offering one to one, in person and online counselling sessions to adults (18+) I work with clients experiencing a wide range of circumstances and issues such as depression, anxiety, overwhelm, low-esteem, perinatal and post natal depression, trauma, parenting issues, loss, bereavement, addiction, relationship difficulties, insomnia, sexuality, identity, and life transitions to name a few.
I'm Lucy, a fully qualified and experienced counsellor offering one to one, in person and online counselling sessions to adults (18+) I work with clients experiencing a wide range of circumstances and issues such as depression, anxiety, overwhelm, low-esteem, perinatal and post natal depression, trauma, parenting issues, loss, bereavement, addiction, relationship difficulties, insomnia, sexuality, identity, and life transitions to name a few.
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so-counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Pluralistic Psychotherapist based in Bath, Somerset, offering a warm and non-judgemental space for adults, in person and online. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches to suit your individual needs. I have extensive experience working with trauma and addiction, anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, life transitions, and feeling stuck. Whatever you're facing, we’ll work together at your pace to explore what's happening and help you move towards greater clarity and emotional wellbeing.
Pluralistic Psychotherapist based in Bath, Somerset, offering a warm and non-judgemental space for adults, in person and online. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches to suit your individual needs. I have extensive experience working with trauma and addiction, anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, life transitions, and feeling stuck. Whatever you're facing, we’ll work together at your pace to explore what's happening and help you move towards greater clarity and emotional wellbeing.
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Tracey Karyn Jones
Psychotherapist, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Tracey and I am a psychotherapist (MA)  and counsellor (dip).   I work with both adults and children.  I work online, and by telephone or in person at a private practice in Bratton, Wiltshire.  I am experienced working with trauma, anxiety, stress, depression and common relationship problems. I also have ten years experience of working with clients who have diagnosed or suspected neurodiversity, helping them to come to terms with 'difference' and it's affects, both societally, personally and emotionally.
Hi, I'm Tracey and I am a psychotherapist (MA)  and counsellor (dip).   I work with both adults and children.  I work online, and by telephone or in person at a private practice in Bratton, Wiltshire.  I am experienced working with trauma, anxiety, stress, depression and common relationship problems. I also have ten years experience of working with clients who have diagnosed or suspected neurodiversity, helping them to come to terms with 'difference' and it's affects, both societally, personally and emotionally.
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Vicki Dale
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am an integrative, humanistic therapist with years of experience both within NHS and Mind, as well as working within private practice with adults, young people and children. I offer a safe non-judgmental space, with genuine empathy and compassion. and have experience working with trauma, grief and anxiety. Alongside my work with adults I have completed training and experience in working with children and young people. I also have up to date training in the area of neurodivergence and am experienced working with autistic or ADHD clients of all ages.
I am an integrative, humanistic therapist with years of experience both within NHS and Mind, as well as working within private practice with adults, young people and children. I offer a safe non-judgmental space, with genuine empathy and compassion. and have experience working with trauma, grief and anxiety. Alongside my work with adults I have completed training and experience in working with children and young people. I also have up to date training in the area of neurodivergence and am experienced working with autistic or ADHD clients of all ages.
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JPSCounselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I offer one-to-one counselling in person in Frome, Somerset, as well as online. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, leaving you anxious, low, or stuck. Whatever brings you here, I provide a warm, safe space to explore your feelings, discover your strengths, and move towards clarity and confidence.
I offer one-to-one counselling in person in Frome, Somerset, as well as online. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, leaving you anxious, low, or stuck. Whatever brings you here, I provide a warm, safe space to explore your feelings, discover your strengths, and move towards clarity and confidence.
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Simone Wilmot
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to look at my profile and I'm sorry to hear you're struggling. It's hard to reach out and ask for help, this is the first step and you've done it. Life has it's ups and downs, it can throw curveballs and be overwhelming. We don't always understand this and the reasons why we feel the way we do. Have you imagined how empowering it would feel if you could find the answers? This is where I can help. I can provide you with a non-judgemental, confidential and secure space to explore what is going on for you. I'm here to help you every step of the way, next to you.
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to look at my profile and I'm sorry to hear you're struggling. It's hard to reach out and ask for help, this is the first step and you've done it. Life has it's ups and downs, it can throw curveballs and be overwhelming. We don't always understand this and the reasons why we feel the way we do. Have you imagined how empowering it would feel if you could find the answers? This is where I can help. I can provide you with a non-judgemental, confidential and secure space to explore what is going on for you. I'm here to help you every step of the way, next to you.
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Wessex Counselling and Psychotherapy
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Our counselling offers help in addressing the difficult areas of your life. This might involve loss and grief, relationship troubles or problems at work. Equally, there are times when the cause is not clear but you still feel something is wrong. Colleagues, family and friends can be a great source of support but it's not always easy to confide in those closest to you. At times like these, talking to someone who is not personally involved can make a difference. A professional counsellor will listen to you without making judgments and can help you find new resources within yourself.
Our counselling offers help in addressing the difficult areas of your life. This might involve loss and grief, relationship troubles or problems at work. Equally, there are times when the cause is not clear but you still feel something is wrong. Colleagues, family and friends can be a great source of support but it's not always easy to confide in those closest to you. At times like these, talking to someone who is not personally involved can make a difference. A professional counsellor will listen to you without making judgments and can help you find new resources within yourself.
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Ffion Bennett
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am an accredited CBT Psychotherapist and EMDR Therapist and have over a decades experience working in secondary care NHS services specialising in Adults of working age, Children and Adolescence and clients with Psychosis and Bipolar Disorder. I have extensive experience of working with Adults who have experienced trauma, and always work very hard to create a safe and nurturing environment for clients. I am trained at delivering high intensity CBT for clients with a range of difficulties from Anxiety and Depressive Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar Disorder and Psychosis.
I am an accredited CBT Psychotherapist and EMDR Therapist and have over a decades experience working in secondary care NHS services specialising in Adults of working age, Children and Adolescence and clients with Psychosis and Bipolar Disorder. I have extensive experience of working with Adults who have experienced trauma, and always work very hard to create a safe and nurturing environment for clients. I am trained at delivering high intensity CBT for clients with a range of difficulties from Anxiety and Depressive Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar Disorder and Psychosis.
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Cathy Townsend
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello and a warm welcome to my page. My name's Cathy and I'm an experienced, qualified therapist in Westbury, Wiltshire. If you are finding life challenging at the moment, I offer a safe and professional space for you to explore your feelings. Whether you're facing specific issues or simply seeking greater self-understanding, I am here to support you. I'll work with you to explore and understand your thoughts and feelings, whether it is a difficulty you are facing right now or experiences from your past that are still troubling you. Counselling can help and support you in finding a way forward.
Hello and a warm welcome to my page. My name's Cathy and I'm an experienced, qualified therapist in Westbury, Wiltshire. If you are finding life challenging at the moment, I offer a safe and professional space for you to explore your feelings. Whether you're facing specific issues or simply seeking greater self-understanding, I am here to support you. I'll work with you to explore and understand your thoughts and feelings, whether it is a difficulty you are facing right now or experiences from your past that are still troubling you. Counselling can help and support you in finding a way forward.
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Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.